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Glide

Sale price $1,999.00

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The Waka Glide redefines the mid-length rocket category. With its elongated profile and streamlined design, this board outperforms traditional wing boards in speed and versatility, delivering rapid takeoffs, exceptional light-wind performance, and remarkable all-around capabilities.

From serene riders who dance through jibes and flow with the swells to speed enthusiasts chasing the perfect wave, the Waka Glide adapts seamlessly to every style. Its innovative rocker design ensures instantaneous takeoff and smooth re-entry, while the full carbon construction delivers unmatched stiffness in an ultralight package.

Like all Waka boards, the Glide features our signature folding technology – simply fold it in half after your session and continue to your next adventure without the hassle of traditional board transport.

Coming to North America in early summer, the Waka Glide will be available in select sizes. To secure your preferred size, we strongly recommend placing a pre-order, as quantities will be limited.

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Features Rich Design

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Sculpted hull

Our shark-inspired nose design incorporates a subtle v-displacement that channels water flow and minimizes surface tension. The refined entry angle and volume distribution optimize acceleration and early planing characteristics, enabling quick takeoffs with minimal input. This sophisticated geometry also reduces pitch in choppy conditions.

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Tapered Tail

The tail design transitions from a stable, flatter center surface that provides essential user stability into a progressive taper that culminates in a refined pin tail. This sophisticated geometry efficiently reduces wetted surface area and minimizes drag. As the board generates lift, the precision-engineered pin tail ensures clean release from surface tension, enhancing overall efficiency and control during powered riding.

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Rocker

The carefully engineered rocker curve represents the perfect balance between glide efficiency and maneuverability. A moderate entry rocker transitions smoothly to an optimized center curve, providing exceptional momentum generation and fluid re-entry characteristics. This refined profile delivers consistent performance across all riding conditions.

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Ergonomic Side Scoops

Elegantly sculpted side scoops showcase our commitment to integrated design. These signature channels provide both access to the precision titanium bolt system and ergonomic carry points for comfortable transport. Perfect for under-arm carrying or as grab rails for water mounting, they combine sophisticated aesthetics with practical functionality.

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Sculpted Center Handle

Our center handle represents a fundamental rethinking of board design integration. Unlike conventional plastic inserts, this thoughtfully sculpted recess features continuous carbon fiber construction that flows seamlessly into the board's surface. The sophisticated geometry incorporates a hydrodynamic ramp for clean water release while providing access to the central titanium locking mechanism. It's precision engineering where function, performance, and aesthetics converge.

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Premium Deck Pad

Our premium EVA deck pad features a sophisticated flat corduroy finish that sits perfectly flush with the board surface. The carefully selected material delivers exceptional grip while maintaining comfort for extended sessions. This refined surface texture provides consistent traction in all conditions without being overly aggressive.

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Control Center

A precision-grooved centerline seamlessly integrates across both folding sections, flowing into a subtle raised kick tail. The clean, strap-free deck design follows downwind board philosophy, providing unrestricted foot placement and maximum flexibility for stance adjustments. This unified design ensures optimal control while allowing riders to adapt their position for varying conditions and riding styles.

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Forward Foil Position

The Waka Glide features an optimized foil position that places the mast track further forward while maintaining a centered rider stance. This innovative design significantly reduces swing weight during turns and transitions, while the balanced volume distribution enhances control and responsiveness. The result is a more intuitive riding experience with effortless maneuverability, whether you're carving waves or cruising in light winds.

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Included Premium Day Bag

Your Waka Glide comes complete with our premium insulated day bag, featuring 8mm of protective padding. This purpose-built carry system keeps your board safe during transport and storage while maintaining the portability of the folding design. The zippered pouch on the side holds your bolts and spare, along with your included tool. The insulated construction protects your board from temperature extremes, perfect for car trips or boat storage, and integrates seamlessly with the Rolling Waka for bigger adventures.

Waka Glide Sizes

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Glide 55L Glide 66L Glide 77L Glide 88L Glide 99L Glide 111L
Glide 55 Glide 66 Glide 77 Glide 88 Glide 99 Glide 111
Volume 55L 66L 77L 88L 99L 111L
Length 5'9" 6' 6'3" 6'6" 6'9" 7'
Width 18.25" 19" 19.75" 20.5" 21.25" 22"
Depth 4.16" 4.72" 5" 5.13" 5.34" 5.55"
Weight* 4.78 kg 5.10 kg 5.64 kg 6.29 kg 6.85 kg 7.40 kg

*Weights are estimates and may vary slightly with final production.

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Waka Glide Sizes and Weights

*Weights are estimates and may vary slightly with final production.

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Board Size Calculator

Whether you're an experienced foiler or recently mastered the basics, let's find your ideal Waka Glide. Our mid-length boards offer amazing versatility across all conditions – from light wind cruising to wave riding. Simply enter your weight and riding level below, and we'll help you choose the perfect size to match your style and progression goals.

Note: If you're still learning the basics, we recommend mastering foiling fundamentals on a beginner-specific board before transitioning to the Waka Glide.

The Waka Glide Innovation Unfolded

Watch Waka founder Nigel Thompson unveil the revolutionary Waka Glide. From a simple idea to a breakthrough in board design, discover how aerospace-inspired engineering created the world's first high-performance folding foil board.

TRAVEL IN STYLE

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THE ROLLING WAKA

Adventure on Wheels

Your complete flying setup in one travel-friendly package – the Rolling Waka lets you bring everything you need to get foiling with zero hassle. Built with rugged 600D cordura and a double-protection system, it stows your board, foil components, and wings in dedicated compartments, rolling effortlessly on oversized wheels from airport terminals to distant beaches.

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THE GLIDE DAY BAG

Protection Perfected

Your Waka Glide's daily travel companion – our premium padded day bag makes getting to your local spot a breeze. Built with thick insulated padding and smart features like a shoulder strap and foil cutout, it keeps your board safe during daily missions and fits seamlessly into the Rolling Waka when adventure calls.

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The Worlds First Folding Foil Board

Our structural folding architecture represents a breakthrough in foil board engineering. The patent-pending carbon-kevlar living hinge and internal frame system are seamlessly integrated into the board's core architecture, creating a true one-piece structural design that locks together with three titanium bolts.

Moving beyond conventional hinges, which struggled with weight and environmental exposure, our engineering team drew inspiration from aerospace technology to develop this sophisticated system. The innovation lies in its seamless integration with the board's lightweight EPS core and carbon fiber construction, utilizing an advanced carbon/PVC sandwich architecture that ensures exceptional mechanical load capacity. The result is a revolutionary design that combines uncompromising performance with unprecedented portability - transforming how you travel and store your board without sacrificing the ride quality you demand.

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Advanced Mid-Length Shape

Our advanced mid-length architecture represents a complete reimagining of foil board design. With a refined length-to-width ratio and optimized volume distribution, it combines the best elements of wing, surf, and downwind shapes. The longer waterline and narrow profile generate exceptional forward momentum for early takeoffs, while the carefully tuned rocker delivers smooth re-entry and superior wave performance. Our sophisticated hull design features a shark-inspired nose profile that enhances responsiveness and safety during turns, with subtle v-displacement channels directing water flow for optimal acceleration. The progressive tail architecture transitions from a stable center platform to an aggressive taper, minimizing drag while ensuring precise control. This innovative design creates remarkable versatility - delivering instant takeoffs in light wind, flowing carves in waves, and confident handling in stronger conditions.

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Adventure-Ready Portability

Finally, true freedom to chase the perfect session anywhere. Our folding design revolutionizes foil board transport - fit multiple boards in a standard car trunk, stow them easily in a boat hull, or tuck them away in your city apartment. No more wrestling boards onto roof racks, worrying about theft, or needing specialized vehicles for your gear. This breakthrough technology transforms the logistics of adventure travel without compromising performance. Combined with our premium insulated day bag and optional Rolling Waka travel system, you can breeze through airport check-in with your board, foils, and wings all in one rugged, airport-friendly roller bag - no more oversized coffin bags or excess baggage drama. Whether you're catching a small plane to a remote break or navigating urban life, the Waka Glide adapts to your lifestyle. It's more than convenience - it's liberation from the logistical constraints that have always held riders back. Adventure awaits!

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Tested by Time, Refined by Riders

For two years, our team put countless prototypes through their paces across the diverse conditions of Hood River, New Zealand, and La Ventana Mexico. From our initial exploration of two-piece boards with interlocking carbon frames to three-piece configurations with removable foot pads, each iteration refined our vision: a mid-length board that combines superior performance with revolutionary portability. The breakthrough came when we moved beyond conventional hinges, which posed challenges with weight and environmental exposure to salt and sand, drawing inspiration instead from aerospace technology. The result is the Waka Glide - featuring our patent-pending carbon-kevlar living hinge, a sophisticated system that delivers mechanical strength beyond the board's expected lifespan while maintaining the perfect balance of structural integrity and weight. We didn't just create a folding board; we engineered a legacy of innovation that will transform how you experience the water.

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